Think about it for a second before you answer... wouldn't they be too afraid of even making an appointment with someone or talking to a doctor about it to tell them what's going on? I mean, I'm terrified of talking to anyone, so I don't know, maybe I have social anxiety disorder, but "anyone" includes doctors and everything, so there's no way in hell I could ever work up the nerve to actually tell anyone that in real life. I can't even deal with calling a friend on the phone to ask about a homework assignment, let alone a complete stranger to make an appointment to talk about something that's actually embarassing! So what I don't get is how anyone can actually be diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, cause it seems to me that if they made it as far as being diagnosed then the probably don't have it.
2006-11-02 19:03:08 · 16 answers · asked by Sam 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Ok, everyone so far has pretty much missed the point. I'm actually perfectly happy most of the time to be alone, but the point is that if I DID want to get treated for "social anxiety disorder," I wouldn't be able to because it would make me too nervous, and if I could do it then I wouldn't have need to be treated in the first place. Get it?
2006-11-02 19:11:49 · update #1
You can go to the doctor and explain it to him or her. They will prescribe medicine for it. A friend of mine takes some anxiety meds and it makes her feel more at ease.
2006-11-02 19:07:22 · answer #1 · answered by Jaclyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people diagnosed with soical anxiety disorder are forced into it therapy by the state, their school, or their family. A few VERY MILD cases which just have an aversion to large crowds will come in on their own after years of twiddling their thumbs and debating the issue.
Treatment on-line is becoming rather popular, although SMALL group sessions seem to be most effective. Some people manage to just kick it spontaneously by taking a speech class, or getting into acting and such.
2006-11-04 17:13:05 · answer #2 · answered by ye_river_xiv 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dear Sam! My fiancee suffers from social anxiety disorder, among one much more serious problem. If it wasn't what that he would never go and check on his own if he has SA or not. However, all I can tell you is that doctors work with that! They suppose to be the one who you can tell everything that bothers you and they exist to help! So don't be afraid to call them as they can only do good! My fiancee got help for his SA and I was the one who also spent a lot of time learning as much as i can about it, so i can help him and understand him better. As a result he is MUCH MUCH MUCH better then he used to be! So talking to somebody who could help you and make you feel better, although you feel comfortable in your loneliness - it's just masked happiness, trust me, could be just what you need. My fiance feels so much better now when he compares it to past times. Find help and don't be afraid! In the mean time you might find support on this site too:
www.socialanxietysupport.com
2006-11-02 23:00:21 · answer #3 · answered by lina_girl06 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can also try therapy; that's what I'm in. If you have a social anxiety disorder, they should provide you with meds.; I also suffer with a social anxiety disorder w/depression and I was placed on Zolofts. Maybe, you should consider these options with your parents and your doctor.
2016-03-28 05:24:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you realize you have extreme anxiety in certain social situations, but you don't know why and you can't stop the feeling from overpowering you and you want it to stop! So you can tell someone about it but you can't get relief on your own. I mean if you couldn't even bring yourself to talk to anyone about an anxiety than you have much more of a problem than anxiety.
2006-11-02 19:10:04 · answer #5 · answered by Faerie loue 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Social anxiety disorder is def. there and many peopel have it, only they are not aware of it. The first step is awareness and acceptance of the fact. Then the positive approach and willingness to overcome the problem. Best thing is to start with is try solving other problems, then one tends to look at personal problem in different view. By knowing problems of others one feels that his/her problem is much lesser and irrevelant.
One can start interacting at activity places where one doesnot really have to sit and chat. Like gym area, beauty salon, buses, metros, are such places where one can be casual and talk without the burden of forced talk. Once the confidence is built then one can be more vocal.
for more details you can check this www.fitnesshigh.com, it is free site and have many such solutions.
2006-11-02 19:13:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, sweetie, there are different degrees to everything, but I really would try to find a doctor that you can trust. there are some very wonderful medications that can give you a more normal life. Do you have friends? Anyone you can take with you? It sounds like you really need help, more help than anyone of us online can give you. Please find a friend or family member to go with you....humans cannot live without human contact forever, that is not what we are all about. Please email me if you need someone to talk to, but really someone closer to you may be able to help more....
2006-11-02 19:08:03 · answer #7 · answered by cindiloo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's alot that can be found out about s.a.d. online. Sounds like a good option for someone who can't deal with people directly. I hope you find something that works for you. I've heard of this program called Cool Anxiety if you want to check it out.
2006-11-02 19:12:12 · answer #8 · answered by Docta Jones 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have Body Dysmorphic Disorder like I do.. Witch is involved with Social Anxiety Disorder I have it thats for sure...
2006-11-02 19:10:58 · answer #9 · answered by Hey 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i understand it is hard, but if you need help for something like this you NEED to seek help. talk to someone on the phone explain your situation, you are not alone, they are only there to help you they are the only ones able to perscribe medication for you, no on here on yahoo will be able to "cure" you, you MUST seek help. you will feel so much better if you do, taking the first step is the hardest, but I can promise you that from there on out, it will only get easier. i wih you the very best
2006-11-02 19:13:53 · answer #10 · answered by JoAnne H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋